November 8, 2023 - Fresno Police Department officials report that on October 18, 2023, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the suspect entered Boss Food & Liquor at 3348 East Butler Avenue. The suspect took two refrigerated drinks and attempted to walk out of the store without paying for the items. As the suspect approached the door, Victim #1 attempted to stop the suspect from leaving. The suspect attacked him, punching him several times in the face and upper body. During the attack, Victim #2 attempted to stop the fight but was also punched in the face and pushed to the ground by the suspect.

On October 29, 2023, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the suspect entered a store with a ski-mask on, demanding money from both registers. The suspect pointed a handgun at the employee, grabbed the cash before leaving with the money. The handgun is described as a semi-automatic pistol with a gray slide and black frame.

The suspect is believed to be the same in both incidents and is described as an adult male in his 20’s, approximately 5’8” - 5’10”, with a heavy build. The suspect was last seen wearing a black shirt, red basketball shorts, black socks, and white shoes.

If you have any information on the identity of these suspects and/or their whereabouts, please contact Crime Stoppers at (559) 498-STOP. If your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward.

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Source: Fresno Police Department